Method of endoscopic esophageal intubation using a rigid esophagoscope.
Endoscopic intubation of malignant esophageal strictures carries a substantial risk of esophageal perforation. We have developed a method of endoscopic intubation that reduces to a minimum the elements of the procedure that have to be performed "blind." The use of this method has been associated with a reduction in perforation rates when compared with other series.
Gaer
J A
JA
Harefield Hospital, Middlesex, United Kingdom.
Blauth
C
C
Townsend
E R
ER
Fountain
S W
SW
D004867:Equipment Design; D004940:Esophageal Stenosis / Q000628:therapy*; D020701:Esophagoscopes; D004947:Esophagus; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000379:methods*